Evans Brewing Company Announces Opening of Its First Restaurant, The Public House, in Orange County, California

The Public House by Evans Brewing Company Opens Its Doors in Downtown Fullerton, California

IRVINE, CA--(Marketwired - Oct 4, 2016) - Evans Brewing Company (OTCQB: ALES), a producer of award-winning premium craft beers, today announced the opening of its first branded restaurant, The Public House, in the SOCO District of downtown Fullerton, California. At The Public House, customers will be able to sample a wide variety of the company's ales and lagers along with a comprehensive food menu that includes brick oven hand pulled flatbreads, house ground rib eye and pastrami blend hamburgers, artisanal sandwiches, seasonal soups and salads, appetizers, sides and desserts.

After a series of successful soft opening events last week, The Public House will be open to the public beginning today. Operating Orange County's oldest craft brewery, Evans Brewing Company is now able to present a variety of its ales and lagers to craft beer enthusiasts in its own Evans-branded location. The company also currently supplies retail locations, including restaurant chains, markets, liquor stores, delis and businesses, in 7 western states.

"The opening of our first restaurant, The Public House by Evans Brewing Company, is a major milestone for the company," said Evan Rapport, Chief Operating Officer for Evans Brewing Company. "Our soft opening events were very successful, and we are ready to introduce the dining and drinking public to our version of a restaurant and tasting room.

"We strongly believe that diners will be impressed with the quality of food presented by our head chef and kitchen staff, which all pair nicely with our craft beer offerings. We invite anyone who enjoys quality craft beer, craft cocktails and great food to visit The Public House soon," Mr. Rapport added.

The Public House décor prominently features Evans Brewing artwork that highlights the brand's Orange County and California roots.

Beginning this week, The Public House will be open from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm Pacific time Sunday through Wednesday and 4:00 pm to 1:00 am Pacific time Thursday through Saturday.

Evans Brewing Company (www.evansbrewco.com) develops and distributes premium craft brands including a superior line of lagers and ales that have been honored with over 20 international awards. Operating the oldest brewery in Orange County, California, Evans Brewing supplies restaurants, retailers and beer drinkers across 7 western states. The company's future plans include additional brewing and tasting locations, additional restaurants, broader product distribution, and potentially an expansion of the beer brands currently under management. For more information on our beers, please visit http://www.evansbrewco.com/thebeer#beer. For questions about the company, please email us at investors@evansbrewco.com.

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